2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
